Views of Trade Activity with the Soviet Union and China by U.S. Manufacturers

Given the recent developments in China and the treaty activity between the U.S. and the U.S.S.R., it is important to understand the interest as well as the actual trade activity with these two countries. U.S. manufacturers that currently trade (as well as those that do not) with these countries were queried regarding their attitudes and interest in specific trade related activities. Based on an analysis and comparison of the resluts, the attitudes and trade activities are presented as well as the implications for the furture.